Crochet Gradient Grace Top

The Crochet Gradient Grace Top is a delightful and stylish addition to any wardrobe! This charming top boasts a beautiful gradient color design that gives it a unique and eye-catching appeal. Perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your outfit, this top is not only trendy but also comfortable to wear. Whether you're heading out for a casual day or a special occasion, the Crochet Gradient Grace Top is sure to make you feel confident and fabulous!

Skill Level

Easy To Moderate

Materials

Crochet Hook – I/ 5.5 MM

Yarn – Medium (4) Premier Gradient Anti-pilling 5 oz. – Black Tones (C2)

Yarn – Premier Gradient Anti-pilling 5 oz. – Pink Tones (C2)

Approximately 400 – 600 yards depending on size

Yarn Needle

Stitch Marker

Tape Measure

Stitches Used

Sizes Available

Pattern written in Small, with other sizes in Parenthesis.

Notes

Ch3 Counts as a Double Crochet

Pattern Instructions

Make 2 pieces: A Front and A Back Piece.

We are starting at the bottom of each piece and working our way to the top.

RND 1: Ch 60 (68, 76, 84, 92), 1 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, 1 dc in each ch across, turn, Ch 3 (58, 66, 74, 82, 90 dcs).

RND 2: Ch 3 counts as 1^st dc, 1 dc in each dc across, turn, ch3 (58, 66, 74, 82, 90 dcs).

RND 3: Repeat RND 2

RND 4: Ch 3 counts as 1^st dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc, ch2, *Sk the next 2, 1 dc in each of the next 2 dc* Repeat from * to * across row, sk next 2 dc, 1 dc in each of the last 4 dc, turn, ch 3 (4 dcs, (12, 14, 16, 18, 20 sets of sk2, 2dcs) ch2, 4dcs).

RND 5: Ch 3 counts as 1^st dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc, *ch2, Vst between the next 2 dc* Repeat from * to * across row, ch2, 1 dc in the last 4 dc, turn, ch 3 (4 dcs, (12, 14, 16, 18, 20 V sts, 2dcs) ch2, 4dcs).

RND 6: Ch 3 counts as 1^st dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc, *ch2, Vst in the ch1 sp of the next Vst* Repeat from * to * across row, ch2, 1 dc in the last 4 dc, turn, ch 3 (4 dcs, (12, 14, 16, 18, 20 V sts, 2dcs) ch2, 4dcs).

Remember if you want more length, continue to Repeat RND 6

RND 33 (35, 37, 39, 41) – Top Trim – 1 dc in each dc, *2dc in the ch 2 sp, 1 dc in each of the dc of the Vst* Repeat from * to * across, Do not dc in the ch1 sps, 2 dc in the ch2 sp, 1 dc in the last 4 dc, turn, ch3 (58, 66, 74, 82, 90 dcs).

Place the 2 pieces together at the top.

Joining the Pieces

Join yarn to one side, sc going through the front and the back of the top, stitching 10 (12, 14, 16, 18) sc. Sc only working through the front of the top until only 10 (12, 14, 16, 18) stitches remain.

Again, stitch sc going through the front and the back of the pieces. Slst back across those 10 (12, 14, 16, 18) stitches, sc across the back opening of the piece, slst across the beginning 10 (12, 14, 16, 18) stitches. Tie off and weave in your ends.

Closing the Sides of the Top

With Wrong sides out, measure down:

From top or shoulder, evenly sc down:

Tie off and weave in the ends.

Repeat on the other side.

Note: This will leave a slit up each side. If you prefer, you can sc to the bottom edge of the top.